Torch Bearer Club Congratulates As OAU Graduates 7,986 Students

Torch Bearer Club, Obafemi Awolowo University, has congrated 7,896 students of the University who have just graduated during the institution’s 47th Convocation programmes.

This medium recalls that the Vice-chancellor of the University, Prof. Simeon Bamire, had disclosed on Monday while addressing journalists at the university’s that 158 students of the University bagged First Class degrees at the institution’s 47th Convocation programmes.


Bamire explained that in Bachelor Degrees, 158 made First Class (Honours), while 1,970 made 2nd Class (Honours, Upper Division).

According to him, 2,906 made 2nd Class (Honours, Lower Division), while 942 in 3rd Class (Honours) category and 65 graduands are on pass category.


The VC stated that the school has a total of 7,986 graduates for its 2023 convocation ceremonies.


While congratulating the graduates in a statement by the Public Relations Officer of the club, Maryam Ogundari said, "The above club extends a hearty congratulations to the convoking students as you celebrate your hard-earned achievements and the completion of your studies.

"As you move on to the next stage of your lives, we wish you all the best in your future endeavours. Remember to stay true to yourself, pursue your passions and make the most of every opportunity that comes your way. Keep on being phenomenal, the world is your stage!."